How to Replace the Fuse in a Panasonic Microwave
Your Panasonic microwave has suddenly died, and you are debating whether you want to purchase a new one or have the old one repaired. Before you do either, you should try replacing the fuse to see if that is the culprit. Panasonic microwaves are infamous for blown fuses. Fuses are a relatively inexpensive investment and pretty simple to replace, even for the electronics novice. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Unplug your microwave. Insert the size 15 Security Torx bit into your multi-bit screwdriver and remove the screws from the back panel. Take off the back panel.
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Locate the fuse. It should be near where the electrical cord comes into the microwave. The fuse is a small white bar with metal caps on either end. Carefully remove the fuse. Avoid touching the transformer or other parts inside the microwave.
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Purchase a new fuse. Most Panasonic microwave ovens use an 18 amp ceramic fuse. Consult your owner's manual to find out what kind of fuse is used, or take the old fuse into the store to find the exact match.
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Replace the fuse. Put the cover back on and see if your microwave works. If it does, replace the screws. If it does not, try a different fuse. If the microwave still does not turn on, you may have to have it replaced of professionally repaired.
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Tips & Warnings
Find replacement fuses at an electronics store such as RadioShack, or visit your local appliance repair shop to see if they can sell you one.
Do not touch the transformer on the inside of the microwave. It can discharge enough electricity to cause harm or even death. It should be labeled with a Caution! sticker.
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Comments
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arkaymi
Jan 30, 2010
I have model NN-T995. None of the Torx driver bits (T-20, T-25 or T-27) seem to work with the screws in my model. It seems to be somehwere between T-20 and T-25. -
arkaymi
Jan 30, 2010
I have model NN-T995. None of the Torx driver bits (T-20, T-25 or T-27) seem to work with the screws in my model. It seems to be somehwere between T-20 and T-25.
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arkaymi
Jan 30, 2010
I have model NN-T995. None of the Torx driver bits (T-20, T-25 or T-27) seem to work with the screws in my model. It seems to be somehwere between T-20 and T-25.
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meccaone
Sep 23, 2009
Heather, your article saved us $200.00! Considering that each model (I have model series NN-T695/T785/T795/T985/T995/SD696/SD986)may be a little different, the screws on my oven would not take a security torx bit of any size. I ended up having a friend help us out. He simply used a pair of channel pliers (gripping the screw sideways) to loosen the screws. After sliding the cover off, we located the fuse just where you said it would be. He then checked the fuse and sure enough, the fuse was blown. The fuse in my oven was a 20amp. The amp info is on the metal part of the fuse. You may have to use a magnifying glass to see it clearly. After purchasing a new fuse from Home Depot (they have a large selection), we plugged in the oven and it came to life! Be aware that when replacing the cover, the front has a groove or tab that has to close onto the front. If the groove is not...
